Job Summary:
The Director, Site Management Organization (SMO) will be responsible for the enterprise wide implementation and management of clinical trial sites across our community pharmacy network. This member of the leadership team is responsible for driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and business growth through strategic partnerships, innovative practices, and integration of clinical trial activities. The Director, SMO is responsible for fostering a culture of high performance and executing programs that ensure our SMO remains at the forefront of the industry.

Job Responsibility:Manage clinical trial site operations nation-wide, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, study protocols, timelines, and contracts.Optimize performance metrics and operational efficiencies across all sites.Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performanceOversee the operational implementation of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and FDA regulations across all clinical trial sites, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.Integrate Quality by Design (QbD) principles into the operational workflows to enhance site performance and trial outcomes.Develop and manage systems and processes that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements without compromising operational efficiency.Collaborate with site management teams to incorporate risk-based quality control checks into daily operations, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues.Ensure that all clinical trial activities are conducted with a focus on operational excellence, maintaining a balance between quality and efficiency.Lead advanced financial planning, budgeting, and cost management strategies, related to the SMO.Monitor financial performance and implement cost-saving initiatives.Develop strategies for optimal resource utilization and allocation across the business.Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., pharmacy operations, marketing, and IT) to ensure seamless integration of clinical trial activities within the broader organization.Lead innovation initiatives, identifying and implementing cutting-edge practices and technologies.Contribute to market analyses and competitive benchmarking to maintain industry leadership.Oversee the integration of advanced technologies (e.g., AI, machine learning) into clinical trial processes.Develop and lead leadership training and mentorship programs for clinical trial site staff.Function as business-owner for site management technologies (e.g., eSource, eISF, CTMS),tracking performance of technology vendors and resolving any performance issues.Contribute to the development and management of strategic partnerships with sponsors, CROs, healthcare providers, and other key stakeholders.Support the commercial strategy, identifying new business opportunities and revenue streams.Engage with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, industry groups, and patient advocacy organizations.Represent the business at industry conferences, meetings, and other forums to promote our clinical trial capabilities.Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes, providing strategic recommendations to enhance the capabilities and competitive advantage of the business.
About Walgreens
Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations, and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni-channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.
Walgreens is the flagship U.S. brand of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader. Its retail locations are a critical point of access and convenience in thousands of communities, with Walgreens pharmacists playing a greater role as part of the healthcare system and patients’ care teams than ever before. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides critical care and pharmacy services to millions of patients with rare disease states and complex, chronic conditions.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans".

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